31478 River Dr, Ocean View, DE 19970
OFF MARKET

31478 River Dr
Ocean View, DE 19970

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,180 sqft (on 0.28 acres)

$497,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 27, 2026

$497,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 27, 2026
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,180 sqft
(on 0.28 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

A boater's and fisherman's delight! You will be pleasantly surprised at the space in this older custom 3 BR 2.5 Bath rancher located in water oriented community of Banks Harbor Retreat one lot from White Creek. This home has an above ground pool, large shed, outdoor H/C shower, fish cleaning station, and attached 2 car garage. Inside the home there is a family room and screened porch addition, a gas woodstove in large living room, huge kitchen/dining room with new fridge. The private Marina is just steps from the home. Property owners can rent or purchase a boat slip and/or use the ramp to launch water craft for a fee. HOA allows owners to keep their boat on their property. With low HOA dues, Banks Harbor offers a fishing pond, "little library", and open spaces making it a great summer retreat or full time home. Located less than 4 miles from Bethany Beach, close to shopping, restaurants, banks, Shops of Millville, the Millville Boardwalk, and Holts Landing State Park. Seller has a boat slip available for purchase.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from September 15, 2023

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Pool
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
$25/Monthly
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 31478 River Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Basement
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2180 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Connected, Propane, Sewer Available, CableAppliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Extra Refrigerator/Freezer, Self Cleaning Oven, Oven/Range - Electric, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Heater, Electric Water HeaterDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Main LevelRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,ElectricHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ElectricHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
No FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Bay/Bow, Double Hung, Screens, Window TreatmentsDoor: Storm Door(s), InsulatedFlooring: Carpet, Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneAccessibility: NoneFloors: Carpet, Vinyl
View
Has a ViewView: Creek/Stream

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Architectural ShinglePatio / Porch: ScreenedOther Structures: Above Grade, Below Grade, OutbuildingExterior: Barbecue, Boat Storage, Outdoor Shower, LightingFoundation: Crawl SpaceHas a Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Open Parking Spaces: 4No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 6Parking: Garage Faces Front,Inside Entrance,Concrete,Attached,Driveway
Pool
Pool: Above Ground, PrivatePool
Frontage
Waterfront: Creek/Stream, Private AccessResponsible for Road Maintenance: Private Maintained RoadRoad Surface Type: Black TopNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public SewerWater Body: White Creek
Farm & Range
Frontage Length: Road Frontage: 100Not Allowed to Raise Horses
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 2180 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1987Year Renovated: 2005
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Ranch/Rambler
Building
Building Name: None AvailableConstruction Materials: Frame, Brick Front, Vinyl SidingNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Condition: Very GoodIncluded in Sale: Some Furnishings Convey.Parcel Number: 13412.00268.00

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $499,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Sep 15 2023Possession Timing: Immediate

Active Status

MLS Status: CLOSED

Location

Direction & Address
City: OCEAN VIEWCommunity: Banks Harbor Retreat
School Information
Elementary School: Lord BaltimoreElementary School District: Indian RiverJr High / Middle School: SelbyvilleJr High / Middle School District: Indian RiverHigh School: Indian RiverHigh School District: Indian River

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2180 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: Snow Removal, Road Maintenance, Common Area MaintenanceHas an HOAHOA Fee: $300/Annually

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.28 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Contingencies: Document ReviewListing Agreement Type: Exclusive Right To SellListing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: DESU2040474Water ViewWater View: Creek/StreamAbove Grade Unfinished Area: 2180
Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
Listed by PEGGY MULLEN, (302) 542-1941
Keller Williams Realty
Co-Listing Agent: Susan E Raymond, (302) 519-1683
Keller Williams Realty
Bought with: PEGGY MULLEN, (302) 542-1941, Keller Williams Realty
Source: Bright MLS, MLS#DESU2040474

Price History for 31478 River Dr

DatePriceEventSource
09/15/2023$425,000Sold
Bright MLS #DESU2040474
08/25/2023$499,000PendingBright MLS #DESU2040474
05/13/2023$499,000Listed For SaleBright MLS #DESU2040474

Market trends in Ocean View

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$468K
$23.17KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.3%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$258
$0MoM
Available listings
148
11MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$1,249
Assessment$436,800
Home facts updated by county records

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What Locals Say about Ocean View

At least 35 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 92 % Say parking is easy

  • 88 % Say car is needed

  • 87 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 76 % Say it's quiet

  • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 70 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 60 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 60 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 58 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 57 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 53 % Say there's wildlife

  • 53 % Say kids play outside

  • 49 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 39 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 36 % Say there are community events

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  • Tomjkane3
    "Great communities near the beach. Lots of senior citizens. Some decent schools. Winters can be quite cold. "
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    "Anything that occurs in Bethany Beach, OC or Rehobeth. Schellville at Christmas time. Freeman concerts. "
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    "Love our commitment because it’s small. We are surrounded by woods and have three ponds, pool, and located three miles from the beach in Bethany"
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    "Easy drive to the beach or inland. Close grocery stores and tons of places to eat out. Boat access is available as well. "
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  • Debbie G.
    "Very friendly neighborhood close to beach town and lots of restaurants-lots to do year round - little to no public transportation neighborhoods have transportation to beach areas Something for everyone "
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  • Grammy
    "Neighbors are out walking their dogs daily and we have very little trouble with droppings being left behind. All neighbors are polite and kind."
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  • Tgsliwinski
    "I enjoy the summertime concerts, proximity to ocean and parks, pool access, dog friendly, moderate weather "
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  • Dazygirl5
    "dogs are welcomed but there are no dog waste bag stations and people do not always pick up after their pets."
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  • Mjhines
    "My commute is very easy and is 2.5 miles. It takes much longer in summer but is never longer then 15 minutes. "
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  • Fafitz13
    "Started in the 60’s long before subdivisions and sewers came in. Sadly the mobile homes have gone they way of chicken houses. Now there are 2-3 story town houses replacing them. Can’t beat the privacy and view. Happy to have lived here for over 50 years before the great influx!"
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  • Leahfedder22
    "I lived here for 10 years love the area and all the daily shopping needs are close plus great neighbors and lots of kids for my kids to play with close to Rehoboth any of good not find a more central place to live at the beach which is 2.5 miles away."
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    "We have a great location, close to everything we need and just far enough from the hustle and bustle of beach towns."
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  • Ann B.
    "Check out Delaware, no sales tax, low low property taxes. Family oriented boardwalk and activities, clean beautiful beaches. "
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    "We looked all around the DE beach area for a nice conventional home in a marina community, important for our boat useage. We wanted something upscale, quiet, and close to the amenities, without any significant crime worries. We found all that in Whites Creek Manor, and were fortunate to find an available house. We have a boat slip with a lift a very short walk away, with an easy run up the creek into Indian River Bay. We can easily ride our bike to the beach, which eliminates beach parking issues. The supermarkets are very close. The community pool is well run. The population is mostly "life experienced", few kids that are not grandkids, but that is fine for us, our youngest finished college a year ago. They can enjoy nearby Dewey or OC's night life when they visit. Taxes are incredibly low compared to where we lived previously. Utilities are a bit more, but the low taxes more than offset that. We love walking around the neighborhood, everyone is friendly, and takes good care of their homes. If you are this type of person, you would love it here. "
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    "Great for families, golfers, tennis players, beach lovers. "
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31478 River Dr, Ocean View, DE 19970 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,180 sqft single-family home built in 1987. This property is not currently available for sale. 31478 River Dr was last sold on Sep 15, 2023 for $425,000 (15% lower than the asking price of $499,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 31478 River Dr is $497,300.